Tender Title: Supply of EPSON LQ 1310 Ribbon Cartridge
Tender Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6162784
Issuing Authority: Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence

Scope of Work and Objectives

The supply of EPSON LQ 1310 Ribbon Cartridges aims to procure 175 units of model C13S015643 to meet the printing needs within various sectors of the Ministry of Defence. This tender focuses on ensuring the availability of high-quality ribbon cartridges for continued operational efficiency.

Eligibility Criteria

Bidders must satisfy the following eligibility requirements:

• Be a registered entity capable of undertaking the supply of specified products.
• Prior experience in supplying similar types of items to government or military establishments is an advantage.
• Compliance with local laws and regulations applicable to supplying goods to defense sector organizations.

Technical Requirements

Proposals must comply with the technical specifications which include:

• Authenticity of the product, ensuring that the cartridges supplied are genuine EPSON components.
• Capacity and compatibility with the EPSON LQ 1310 printer model.
• Warranty provisions for defect-free performance and reliability of the cartridges supplied.

Financial Requirements

Interested bidders must demonstrate their financial stability through:

• Submission of balance sheets from the previous two fiscal years.
• Evidence of prior contracts with clear values highlighting experience in government or industrial supplies.

Document Submission Details

All documentation must be submitted electronically through the designated procurement platform. The following must be included in the submission:

• Completed bid form.
• Evidence of registration and eligibility.
• Financial documents and any other supportive information justifying the bidder’s capabilities.

Special Provisions

Bidding may include special provisions to encourage participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups, ensuring that these groups get equitable opportunities in the procurement process. Such provisions may include preference points or reduced deposit requirements.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation of bids will involve:

• Technical assessment based on compliance with specifications.
• Financial evaluation considering pricing competitiveness and total costs.
• Prior experience and qualifications relative to similar contracts.

Delivery Locations

The specified goods must be delivered to designated military and departmental facilities as stated in the procurement documents. Specific locations and any associated logistical requirements will be outlined upon the award of the tender.

Contact Information

For further inquiries, participants are encouraged to engage through the official procurement platform where additional resources and contact avenues related to this tender can be found.